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What is the main function of the autopilot?
What is the main function of the autopilot?
- To perform all pilot commands manually
- To provide real-time weather updates to pilots
- To maintain constant altitude through fuel management
- To convert pilot commands to logic signals (correct)
Which component receives input signals from the VHF Omnidirectional Radio (VOR)?
Which component receives input signals from the VHF Omnidirectional Radio (VOR)?
- Pitch Computer
- Altitude Selector/Alerter
- Stabilator Trim Servo
- Roll Computer (correct)
Which device provides input for vertical speed and altitude hold commands?
Which device provides input for vertical speed and altitude hold commands?
- Direction Gyro (DG)
- Glideslope Deviation Indicator
- Turn Coordinator
- Accelerometer (correct)
What type of commands does the Roll Computer compute?
What type of commands does the Roll Computer compute?
How does the pitch servo sense trim annunciation?
How does the pitch servo sense trim annunciation?
Study Notes
Autopilot Functionality
- Autopilot translates pilot commands into logic signals for roll and pitch computations.
- Pilot mode selection triggers an acknowledgment from the autopilot system, lighting up the corresponding annunciator.
Roll Computer Inputs and Functions
- Inputs received from multiple sources:
- Directional Gyro (DG)
- Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI)
- VHF Omnidirectional Radio (VOR)
- Localizer (LOC)
- Global Positioning System (GPS)
- Deviation Indicators
- Turn Coordinator
- Computes commands for:
- Stabilization
- Turns
- Navigation intercepts
- Tracking
Pitch Computer Inputs and Functions
- Inputs obtained from:
- Altitude Pressure Transducer
- Accelerometer
- Glideslope Deviation Indicator
- Altitude Selector/Alerter (if present)
- Generates commands for:
- Vertical speed control
- Altitude hold
- Glideslope intercept and tracking
Trim and Stabilator Control
- Trim annunciation monitored by pitch servo.
- Stabilator trim servo drive controlled by the pitch computer.
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Description
This quiz explores the key functions of autopilot systems in aviation, focusing on how pilot commands are translated into logic signals for roll and pitch. Understand the role of various navigation inputs like DG, HSI, VOR, and GPS within the autopilot configuration. Test your knowledge of these critical components in modern aircraft operation.
